1Z3X1 Tactical Air Control Party (TACP)

Overview of 1Z3X1 – Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) AFSC

Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) specialists, with the AFSC 1Z3X1, are pivotal in integrating airpower into ground operations. They operate and manage communications and digital networks, precision targeting equipment, and request air and space resources to support ground units. Their expertise in close air support (CAS), C4ISR, and joint fires integration ensures the effective application of air, space, and cyber power in support of military operations.

Prerequisites

  • ASVAB Scores: General: 49
  • Strength: Must be able to lift 70 lbs
  • Completion of the TACP physical ability and stamina test (PAST)
  • Minimum score of 30 on TACP selection model in TAPAS
  • Normal color vision and depth perception
  • Qualification to bear firearms
  • Secret security clearance requirement

Technical Training

  • Duration: Varies
  • Locations: Lackland AFB, Fairchild AFB, Fort Benning
  • CCAF Degree: Information Systems Technology

Demographics

  • Male: 1357 (100%)

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operates communication equipment and integrates airpower into ground operations
  • Targets and controls fires, including CAS and supporting arms
  • Conducts infiltration, surface movement, and exfiltration with ground forces
  • Employs equipment to direct aviation assets to targets and issues weapons release clearance
  • Performs small unit tactics and engages enemy forces

Specialty Qualifications

  • Knowledge: Air, space, and cyber operations; weapons systems; targeting systems; CAS tactics; joint fires integration; tactical communications; map and navigation techniques; small unit tactics; combat lifesaving procedures
  • Education: High school completion is required
  • Training: Includes TACP Preparatory Course, Apprentice Course, SERE Course, JTAC Qualification Course, and TACP Craftsman Course
  • Experience: Progression through TACP operations, achieving JTAC certification, and supervising ASOC or TACP operations

TACP specialists are crucial for the seamless coordination between air and ground forces, ensuring the success of missions through precise airpower application and ground support.

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